Special Education Programming Continuum

District 81 is proud to offer a continuum of special education services offered for all students in special education based on needs identified by the IEP team. The continuum is fluid and programming options are highly individualized for each student based on their unique strengths and areas of need. Programming options are discussed and decided on as an IEP team.

Description of Programs

Academic and/or related services are provided to students in general education classroom. Goals are embedded into the general education curriculum, complement the curriculum and make it a more meaningful service for the student.

Academic and/or related services are provided to students in a resource room or special education classroom. Pre-teaching and support are provided to the student to utilize background knowledge. faceStudents requiring explicit skill development are taught using an alternate curriculum. The goal is to increase foundational knowledge and skills that will transfer to the general education curriculum and classroom.

This program provides a developmental and functional curriculum, with focus on life skills and social skills. Related services may be provided in co-treatment setting, general education and/or special education classroom. Communication, motor skills, sensory needs, and activities of daily living are all embedded in the learning experience.

An instructional placement for students with serious emotional and behavioral needs. Academic and therapeutic needs of students are addressed and aspects of the school day incorporate behavior management, counseling, and are extremely structured.

Related Services/Programs

Adapted Physical Education

Counseling

Hearing Itinerant Services

Occupational Therapy

Physical Therapy

Psychological Services

Social Work Services

Social Skills Groups

Speech & Language Services

Vision Itinerant Services

*Music Therapy is embedded into special education programming as determined by the IEP team*